Worth A Thousand Words
Location
FA-256
Department
Art + Design
Abstract
WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS Jessica Zajac Department of Art + Design , Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, IL 60625 Memory is a universal experience, yet the methods we employ to preserve it vary widely. From photographs to ticket stubs, from letters to mementos, we create time capsules to encapsulate our ever-expanding treasury of thoughts and experiences. In my project, I aim to delve into the intricacies of why we choose to share memories in particular ways, what triggers certain recollections, and how we process and cherish them. I seek to capture the often overlooked details that tend to slip from memory's grasp. Central to my project is a meticulously crafted spiral-bound book, structured around thematic categories of memories and a timeline highlighting pivotal moments in life. Drawing upon my skills as a graphic designer, I infuse the project with a variety of digital and physical elements, such as tip-ins, textures, scents, and a vivid palette of colors, to stimulate the senses and evoke the ethereal essence of memory. Through this exploration, I aim to provoke a deeper understanding of the connection between memory and perception, inviting contemplation on how these elements intertwine to shape our understanding of the past, and creating an interactive dimension that invites my audience to actively engage with the material and include their own perspectives and memories.
Faculty Sponsor
Lauren Meranda
Faculty Sponsor
Izze Norman
Worth A Thousand Words
FA-256
WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS Jessica Zajac Department of Art + Design , Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, IL 60625 Memory is a universal experience, yet the methods we employ to preserve it vary widely. From photographs to ticket stubs, from letters to mementos, we create time capsules to encapsulate our ever-expanding treasury of thoughts and experiences. In my project, I aim to delve into the intricacies of why we choose to share memories in particular ways, what triggers certain recollections, and how we process and cherish them. I seek to capture the often overlooked details that tend to slip from memory's grasp. Central to my project is a meticulously crafted spiral-bound book, structured around thematic categories of memories and a timeline highlighting pivotal moments in life. Drawing upon my skills as a graphic designer, I infuse the project with a variety of digital and physical elements, such as tip-ins, textures, scents, and a vivid palette of colors, to stimulate the senses and evoke the ethereal essence of memory. Through this exploration, I aim to provoke a deeper understanding of the connection between memory and perception, inviting contemplation on how these elements intertwine to shape our understanding of the past, and creating an interactive dimension that invites my audience to actively engage with the material and include their own perspectives and memories.